Municipal Finance Journal published the transcript of a panel that Member Megan Preusker spoke on at the 2023 Annual Conference of the National Federation of Municipal Analysts, along with Seth Brumby, Reorg Research, and Matt Robbins, Kaufman Hall. They discussed the financial and operational challenges healthcare systems face due to expiring pandemic-era programs, increased expenses, and labor shortages. The panel provided an in-depth analysis of recent trends and strategies for navigating these challenges. They also explored solutions for healthcare systems, emphasizing the importance of early intervention, rethinking business models, and potential bankruptcy and restructuring processes to ensure sustainability and recovery.

Access the full transcript here.